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STEM Education for Teachers

Are you a K-12 teacher, part of a school district, or serving on an educational board? Don't miss out on this invaluable training opportunity!

Why Choose This Training?

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The growing emphasis on STEM in education demands that teachers develop the skills to deliver engaging, technology-driven lessons that foster critical thinking and problem-solving. The STEM Education for Teachers training empowers educators with practical tools and strategies to meet this challenge head-on. At the end of the course, the teachers will be able to design and implement their own STEM lessons, incorporate new technology in their classroom, and cultivate students' creativity and innovation.

Program Features

  • Interactive Live Sessions: Engaging online sessions led by experienced professionals in STEM education with opportunities for Q&A and group discussions.

  • Real-World Examples & Case Studies: Explore real-world applications of STEM concepts and examine successful case studies of classroom implementation.

  • Develop Practical Skills: Learn to design and implement engaging STEM lessons, integrate technology effectively, and assess student learning.

  • Hands-on Projects: Develop a practical STEM project ready to be delivered to your classroom.

  • Access to Resources: Gain access to all learning materials.

  • Future professional development opportunities: Receive access to a list of future global professional development opportunities.

  • Earn Professional Development Certificate: Receive professional development certificates upon completing the training.

Training Focus and Outcomes:

  • Discover practical STEM lesson design.

  • Have the ability to incorporate technology (AI, AR/VR) in classrooms.

  • Apply problem-solving and critical thinking approaches in STEM.

  • Learn skills to foster creativity and innovation in STEM lessons.

  • Have the ability to use gamification and storytelling in lessons.

  • Master collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches.

About the program:

Requirements for teachers to start the STEM Education for Teachers training:

 

  • Must be a K-12 public, private, or charter school teacher. Home-school teachers may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • Demonstrate a strong desire to enhance teaching practices and improve student learning outcomes in STEM education.

  • A minimum of B1 English level is needed. 

  • Computer literacy and familiarity with common educational technology tools (e.g., word processing, presentation software).

  • Have access to a reliable internet connection and a device (computer, laptop, tablet) for online participation.

  • For the online training: Prepare the necessary stationeries for the hands-on activities. A list of the required materials will be sent to you prior to the training.

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Materials language: English

Delivery language: English or Romanian

Delivery format: online or in-person (depending on the country)

Target Audience:

  • STEM teachers who want to improve their STEM skills and have a tremendous impact on their lessons with upgraded problem-solving and critical-thinking techniques

  • Non-STEM teachers who look for a more interdisciplinary approach to their lessons

  • Cross-curricular designers of lessons, fostering enhanced creativity and innovation in them or their students

  • Teachers who wish to incorporate technology into their lessons

Curriculum (24h):

I. Introduction

  • What is STEM?

  • Benefits of STEM Education

  • Addressing Common Misconceptions about STEM

 

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II. Foundational Concepts

  • Inquiry-Based Learning in STEM

  • AI Integration in the Classroom & the ethics behind it

  • Assessment in STEM Education​

​​III. Intermediate Concepts

  • Project-Based Learning in STEM

  • STEM gamification and storytelling 

  • Developing STEM Projects

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IV. Advanced Concepts

  • Creating a STEM-Rich Learning Environment

  • Developing a Comprehensive STEM Curriculum

  • Leadership in STEM Education

Other benefits  provided during the training, depending on the level:

Practical activities 

  • Hands-on STEM activities and experiments

  • Developing lesson plans and instructional materials

  • Creating and presenting a mini-project

  • Feedback and discussion

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Other cross-cutting themes discussed

  • Creativity and Innovation

  • Problem-solving and Critical Thinking

  • Collaboration and Teamwork

  • Communication and Presentation Skills

  • Ethical Considerations in STEM

  • Successful examples of STEM projects​​​

​​​Type of assessment 

  • Participation in discussions and activities

  • Completion of assignments and projects

  • Teacher reflections and self-assessment​​

​Other resources provided

  • Online resources and websites

  • Recommended books and articles

  • Professional development opportunities

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